PART ONE: CHOOSING THE BEST BUILD ROUTE
In our new series, self-build expert Mark Stevenson shares the key stages of building your own home — from foundations right through to completion. This month he explains how a build project can be managed from the off
Completing a self build project on time and within budget requires very careful planning and organisation, underpinned by a thorough knowledge of the building process. While building a house isn’t as complicated as you might think, for first-time self-builders, the process involves myriad unfamiliar tasks, which must be completed in the correct sequence to avoid unexpected problems.
WHO WILL MANAGE THE BUILD?
Most self-builders agonise about how they’re going to get their new home built — worrying that costs will spiral, or they’ll regret choosing a bad builder. This article explains the options available and how to make sure your preferred build route suits your circumstances and leads to a successful build. When choosing a route to build, the three principle options are:
● Self manage
● Use a professional project manager
